Business Details
46 Years
experience
17th & 18th Century American Furniture & Architectural Replicas
Established in 1980, our workshop specializes in crafting authentic 17th and 18th-century American furniture and architectural replicas. My journey began in 1972, driven by a passion for historical accuracy and traditional craftsmanship. Over four decades, I have mastered the techniques of colonial woodworkers, employing hand tools and period-accurate methods to recreate intricate designs. Our work encompasses everything from simple household items to elaborate architectural elements, reflecting the evolution of New England design from 1620 to the Federal Period. Each piece is a testament to the skill and dedication of early American craftsmen, reinterpreted for modern appreciation. We offer restoration and conservation services for historic institutions, collectors, and private clients, preserving the legacy of early American artistry.Our process combines rigorous research with hands-on expertise, ensuring every creation honors its historical roots. Through educational demonstrations and seminars, we share our knowledge with museums, schools, and historical societies. Our commitment to authenticity extends to material selection, construction techniques, and finishing processes, mirroring those used centuries ago. This dedication to historical integrity has earned us recognition among antique dealers and preservationists nationwide. Whether crafting a new piece or restoring a historic artifact, we approach every project with the same reverence for tradition and excellence that defined the original craftsmen.
Services
Historical furniture replicas
Architectural woodwork
Antique restoration
Hand-carved decorations
Turned wood pieces
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in historical furniture replication
- Our work uses authentic 18th-century tools and construction techniques
- Specialize in restoration for museums and historic institutions
- Offer educational demonstrations on colonial woodworking methods
- Create custom architectural elements with period-accurate details
Services
Historical furniture replicas
Crafting authentic 17th and 18th-century American furniture using traditional hand tools and construction methods. Specializing in New England styles from 1620 to the Federal Period. Each piece combines historical accuracy with modern craftsmanship.
Architectural woodwork
Creating period-accurate architectural elements including raised panel walls, wainscoting, fireplace mantles, and stairway components. Using traditional joinery techniques and historically appropriate materials for authentic results.
Hand-carved decorations
Producing intricate carved details like scalloped shells, serpentine moldings, and relief patterns using hand tools. Specializing in decorative elements for furniture and architectural features from the colonial era.
Turned wood pieces
Crafting ornamental turned components using an 18th-century post and beam lathe. Creating balusters, newel posts, chair parts, and decorative elements with authentic period techniques and tools.
Antique restoration
Conserving and restoring historic wooden pieces for private collectors and institutions. Employing traditional methods to maintain authenticity while preserving original materials and construction techniques.
People
Craig Farrow
Master Furniture Maker
With over 40 years of experience, Craig Farrow specializes in creating historically accurate 17th and 18th-century furniture using traditional hand tools. He began his craft in 1972, developing expertise in colonial woodworking techniques through self-directed study and hands-on practice.
Questions
What time periods do you specialize in?
We focus on 17th and 18th-century American furniture and architectural designs, covering styles from 1620 through the Federal Period.
Do you use modern power tools?
No, we primarily use hand tools and period-accurate equipment like our 18th-century post and beam lathe for authentic results.
Can you restore antique furniture?
Yes, we offer conservation and restoration services for historic wooden pieces, maintaining original construction methods and materials.
What types of architectural elements do you create?
We produce raised panel walls, wainscoting, fireplace mantles, stairway balusters, newel posts, and period-accurate doorway entrances.
Do you offer educational demonstrations?
Yes, we conduct historical woodworking demonstrations and seminars for museums, schools, and historical societies nationwide.
